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Download the free guide that takes the guesswork out of gray

A few years ago, I stood in my kitchen surrounded by paint swatches—warm grays, cool grays, greige, silver… and absolutely no clue which direction to go. Sound familiar?

This free guide shares the exact questions I ask myself now when choosing a gray paint for cabinets, walls, and trim. I’ve included:

✔️ Tips for choosing the perfect warm or cool gray
✔️ Advice on lighting, sheen, and hardware pairings
✔️ Product picks for priming and painting
✔️ A sample door test strategy to avoid color regret
✔️ Printable format to take to the paint store

Whether you're refreshing a kitchen, redoing a bathroom, or updating your living room walls, this guide will help you land on a color you’ll actually love.

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Need some inspiration before you start?

→ See our light gray cabinet makeover with Benjamin Moore’s Willow Creek
→ Best cabinet primer for a long-lasting finish
→ Tips for painting cabinets without sanding

Choosing the right gray can feel like a big decision, but you don’t have to do it alone. With this guide, a little planning, and a few swatches, you’re well on your way to creating a space that feels like you. I can’t wait to see what you pick!

Happy painting,

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